Area Director of Eurasia and NAME (North Africa-Middle East)

About the Organization

Faith Comes By Hearing is an Audio Bible ministry based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our vision is to get God's Word to every person, and we do this by recording Audio Bibles in every language and freely sharing them using the latest technology. We currently offer recordings in more than 1000 languages spoken by nearly 6 billion people around the world. We are looking for talented and skilled candidates to join us as we fulfill the Great Commission.

The purposes for which Faith Comes By Hearing is organized are wholly religious and include the following: To proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord in all that we do. The Corporation's Statement of Faith is as follows: Trusting in Jesus Christ as our Savior, we believe in: 1. The Bible as the inspired Word of God; 2. The Deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, God's Son; 3. The vicarious death of Jesus Christ for our sins, His bodily resurrection, and His personal return; 4. The presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the work of regeneration.

Position

Area Director of Eurasia and NAME (North Africa-Middle East)

Category

Global Partnerships

Description

An Area Director's first priority is to develop and nurture strong relationships with ministry partners. This person is responsible for acquiring rights to new translations; establishing and coordinating Scripture engagement activities and promoting collaboration among ministry partners. As FCBH's expert in a particular geographic sphere, the Area Director works with other FCBH departments to assist them in the formation and implementation of the international components of their programs. An Area Director is also responsible for seeking out new opportunities for partnership and Scripture engagement. Oversees all budgets, and collaborates in promotion and fundraising efforts. Supervises assigned support staff and field coordinators. Provides special services for staff and visitors.

Develop and nurture relationships and partnerships with all partners throughout Eurasia/NAME

Model and communicate organizational vision, mission and core values, working with like-minded organizations who share values

Prioritize, plan and execute all Scripture Engagement/Use projects including various approaches, models and strategies relevant to any given partnership or region including but not limited to Field Programs, Gospel Films Watching groups, Global Bible Apps & digital programs, partner/hybrid programs. Work with National Bible Societies, partners and translation organizations throughout the Area

Supervise office staff and field coordinators' work and activities, ensuring: efficiency, accountability and appropriate follow up

Oversee budgets, expenditures and related financial areas for the assigned Area

Provide information and reports for promotion, fundraising and donor relations

Travel to oversee projects, meet with new and existing partners and field workers to gain a deep understanding of challenges and opportunities. Meet with regional and national leaders throughout the area of assignment and at global conferences/meetings as needed

Develop new and needed strategies for this unique region of the world, working alongside various FCBH departments and partners/leaders throughout the region

Provide hospitality services to guest such as picking up and dropping off at airport, sharing meals as appropriate whether at Beulah, personal home, or at restaurants. Will host their guest in touring them or some other activity as appropriate when there is free time in the visitor's schedule

Position Requirements

Required:

3 years’ experience in international missions, in appropriate region

Supervision and team management experience in cross-cultural environments

B.A/B.S. in missional, or theological studies, or related fields that can apply to the needs of the region. Or the equivalent of 5 or more years of related experience